Dunites, Chardonnay Windward SLO Coast, 2023
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Dunites is redefining Central Coast winemaking with a focus on restraint, purity, and site expression. Their Windward Chardonnay is sourced from the wind-swept slopes of the SLO (San Luis Obispo) Coast, one of California’s newest and most exciting AVAs. With its cool-climate influence and marine-laced soils, this region produces Chardonnays that are more about freshness and minerality than opulence. The 2023 vintage captures that balance beautifully, delivering a wine that is both vibrant and complex.
Lemon zest, green apple, and crushed stone lead, with hints of white flowers and subtle spice from neutral oak aging. The palate is linear and focused, with racy acidity and a saline finish that speaks to its coastal origins. Unlike the richer, full-bodied Chardonnays of Napa or Sonoma, Windward leans into tension and precision, making it more reminiscent of top-tier Chablis or Santa Rita Hills bottlings.
A natural match for oysters, grilled seafood, or creamy cheeses, this is a Chardonnay that rewards both contemplation and pure enjoyment. Drink now for its electric energy, or cellar for a few years to watch its layers unfold.
